We certainly hope that you enjoy this article featuring 7 Spectacular Herbaceous Plants of the World. Certainly, herbaceous plants exist in virtually all parts of the world. However, not all of them stand out from the rest as these few do. These particular plants stand apart from the majority of others for a variety of […]
Distinctive North American Woody Shrubs
We hope that you enjoy this article about Distinctive North American Woody Shrubs. So many plants now find themselves in danger of extinction, that some can occasionally be overlooked. But each and every one deserves our attention and concern. Such is the case with the woody shrubs of North America. Some of these may also […]
Rare North American Flowering Plants
We hope that you enjoy this article about Rare North American Flowering Plants. Of course, as well as sadly, these represent only a few of the numerous types of plants now threatened throughout the world. Species on every continent face many of the same dangers to their existence that the ones listed here do. For […]
7 Fabulous South American Plants
We truly hope that you enjoy this article on 7 Fabulous South American Plants. To be certain, wonderful plants appear in virtually every part of the globe. But, this region just seems to have more than its fair share. The climate and conditions just appear to lend themselves to producing the most incredible, and impressive, […]
4 Genuinely Gorgeous Grasshoppers
We sincerely hope that you enjoy this article about 4 Genuinely Gorgeous Grasshoppers. Given that many thousands of varieties of this remarkable insect exist, these represent just the tiniest handful. The various species exist on every continent of the world, except Antarctica. Some people appreciate them, while others revile them. Regardless, it must be remembered […]
9 Bewildering African Plants
We sincerely hope that you enjoy this article regarding 9 Bewildering African Plants. Each has an amazing story behind it, and earns its spot on this list. However, and quite naturally, the qualities that qualify them vary, in some cases significantly. But this is how it should be, to give you a brief glimpse, however […]
North Sulawesi Babirusa
North Sulawesi Babirusa Facts Arguably, the North Sulawesi Babirusa has an appearance so distinctive that many consider it to be a prehistoric species. While not truly prehistoric, it does have a long history with humans. Additionally, the upward curving tusks of the males pose a serious problem for them. Due to their growth rate and […]
Nevin’s Barberry
Nevin’s Barberry Facts Most notably, the fabulous Nevin’s Barberry represents a truly visually striking shrub. Sadly, this distinctive looking plant also ranks as one of the rarest types of shrub in the world. Currently, the plant commonly grows in commercial nurseries, in many parts of North America. However, and quite sadly, in the wild it […]
Shrill Carder Bee
Shrill Carder Bee Facts The distinctively hued Shrill Carder Bee is a rather small species of bumblebee. In fact, this insect is one of the smallest of all known bumblebes. Yet, like other bees, it plays a vital role in our environment. Lamentably, the animal is experiencing a rapid decline in their numbers throughout the […]
Hooker’s Lips
Hooker’s Lips Facts Most notably, the Hooker’s Lips plant only maintains this unique shape for a brief time. However, believe it or not, the highly distinctive shape actually does serve an important purpose. In addition to being a conversation starter, the species plays its own vital role in its environment. That holds true because it […]
